New Mexico Fireworks Laws

New Mexico Fireworks Laws

NOTE: Fireworks restrictions may be imposed during extreme drought conditions. 60-2C-8.1

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	All items that comply with the requirements of the CPSC, except stick-type rockets having a tube less than Ľ” inside diameter. Municipalities may prohibit use of aerial and ground audible devices.
Age of Purchase	16 years
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Required. Obtain from governing body of the county of municipality where display is to be held.
Insurance	Not specifically required in state law.
Operator	No license specifically required in state law.
LICENSING
	License required, fee as follows: Manufacturer license $1500 Distributor license $2000 Wholesaler license $1000 Display Distributor $1000 Specialty retailer license $750 Retailer permit (required $750 For each location) License good for 1 year. Apply to State Fire Marshal’s office.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State Fire Marshal State of New Mexico P.O. Box 1269 Sante Fe, NM 87504-1269 505-827-3761 www.nmprc.state.nm.us/firemarshals/sfmo.htm
LAW NUMBER
	Fireworks Licensing and Safety Act, Section 60-2c-1 through 11. Effective Feb 1, 1990